Peg meds Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Exam 2: NSG555/ NSG 555 (New 2024/ 2025 Update) - Nurse Practitioners in Primary Care II Complete Guide | Questions and Verified Answers| All Modules Covered|100% Correct| A Grade liver diet low sodium, protein 1.2-1.5g/kg/day (low), 25-45 g fiber, MVI, may also need thiamine NO NSAIDS (hepatotoxic), APA, reduce risk of GI bleed. Careful with meds (CYP450) QUESTION constipation diagnostics Answer: if n/v may need XRAY or CT +CBC to exclude: obstruction, ileus, mega...

Role of RN (Registered Nurse) - correct answer - assess pt for clinical manesfestations of fluid and electrolyte disturbance -determine if ordered IV therapy is appropriate - choose appropriate catheters/ infusion devices Role of LPN/LVN - correct answer -administer IV fluids and meds to stable pts -adjust the flow rate for stable pts according to HCP orders -Insert IV catheters -monitor clinical manisfestations of adverse reactions to IV fluids or meds Role of Unlicensed Assistive Perso...

nursing responsibilities for administering drugs correct answer: --assessing/understanding why the pt is receiving the drug --preparing the med using accurate drug calculations --validating the med calculations with another nurse --administering the med and documentation --monitoring the patient for reaction and response --educating pt regarding their med regimen When looking at a needle package what does the first and second number indicate? correct answer: 1st: gauge or diameter of t...

Small Bore Feed Tube - ANSWER-placed into stomach or small bowel; used primarily for feeding or administering meds (EX: Dohoff) Methods of confirming tube placement - ANSWER-1. x-ray *Best Method* 2. aspirate GI secretions - grassy green, off white, or tan 3. pH of aspirated fluid - acidic 1- 4 (Small intestine - >6, respiratory - > 7) 4. confirm length w insertion Different types of feeds (3) - ANSWER-1. Bolus - resembles normal feeding pattern; administered 30-60 min every 3-6 h...

Wound Final Study Guide (WOCN Continence) Questions and Correct answers In assessing a surgical wound for healing, the WOC nurse suspects impending fistula development. Which of the following would be a definitive indicator? - CORRECT ANSWER-Passage of GI secretions or urine into an open wound bed. A patient with a chronic wound demonstrates stalled healing. The list of meds include an anti-hypertensive, a corticosteroid, and a mutlivitamin. Which of the following would best address...

BRAT diet - Bananas, Rice, Applesauce, Toast. Used for clients recovering from gastroenteritis Gastroenteritis - Stomach flu - Inflammation of lining of intestines Normal ranges for ABG - pH = 7.35-7.45 (HOMEOSTASIS) PaCO2 = 35-45 HCO3 = 22-26 Dysphagia (trouble swallowing) - NPO diet Chronic gastritis & Gastritis - Inflammation of stomach lining Chronic = more than 1 year Caused by infection, NSAIDs, alcohol consumption, and stress Treatment = antibiotics and/or antacids Esophogeal c...

NR 324 Adult Health I Final Exam Questions and Correct Answers, 2024/2025, Updated 100% Correct. gastric lavage instillation of meds to help neutralize what is in the stomach and withdrawal of stomach contents with an NG tube, usually done if someone ingested a toxic amount of medication GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease) Syndrome with chronic symptom of mucosal damage caused by a reflux of stomach acid into the lower esophagus Diagnosed by symptoms Causes of GERD obesity smoking ...

Wound Final Study Guide Questions and Answers 100% CIn assessing a surgical wound for healing, the WOC nurse suspects impending fistula development. Which of the following would be a definitive indicator? - ANSWERPassage of GI secretions or urine into an open wound bed. A patient with a chronic wound demonstrates stalled healing. The list of meds include an anti-hypertensive, a corticosteroid, and a mutlivitamin. Which of the following would best address this problem? - ANSWERApplication of v...

Swift River Medical-Surgical cases All 2022. Ann Rails - Educational - Increased Fall Risk - Increased Health Change - Increased Pain - Increased Psychological Needs - Normal Sensorium - Normal Ann Rails - Acute pain Impaired comfort Impaired mobility Disturbed sensory perception Fall, risk for Peripheral neurovascular dysfunction Ann Rails - Scenario #1 Use therapeutic Educate pt. Evaluate pt. learning Place call light Document Scenario #2 Wash and glove hands ...

In assessing a surgical wound for healing, the WOC nurse suspects impending fistula development. Which of the following would be a definitive indicator? - ANSWERPassage of GI secretions or urine into an open wound bed. A patient with a chronic wound demonstrates stalled healing. The list of meds include an anti-hypertensive, a corticosteroid, and a mutlivitamin. Which of the following would best address this problem? - ANSWERApplication of vitamin A to the wound bed. What is the best metho...